Jim Donovan

Jim Donovan is a seasoned marketing professional with extensive experience in the hospitality industry. Currently serving as the National Manager of Multi Media Marketing at AAA National Office since June 2022, Jim previously held the position of Director of Sales and Marketing at Hilton from January 2018 to July 2022. Prior to that, Jim was the Opening Director of Sales and Marketing at Westin Sarasota Resort and Spa from July 2015 to December 2017. Additionally, Jim worked as the Regional Director of Sales and Marketing for Driftwood Hospitality Management from August 2003 to June 2015, overseeing large group hotels across a wide geographic range, and earlier served as Director of Sales and Marketing at Renaissance WorldGate Resort and Conference Center at Walt Disney World Florida. Jim holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism/Communications from the University of St. Thomas (TX) and attended Baylor University.